SOLICITATION NOTICE
66 -- LabChip 90 System
- Notice Date
- 9/29/2008
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 334516
— Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, Rockledge Dr. Bethesda, MD, Office of Acquisitions, 6701 Rockledge Dr RKL2/6100 MSC 7902, Bethesda, Maryland, 20892-7902
- ZIP Code
- 20892-7902
- Solicitation Number
- NHLBI-PB(HL)-2008-305-MKL
- Archive Date
- 10/24/2008
- Point of Contact
- Melissa K. Lombardo,, Phone: (301) 435-0370
- E-Mail Address
-
ml363x@nih.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format specified in FAR 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation number is NHLBI-PB(HL)-2008-305/MKL and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The solicitation/contract will include all applicable provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-27. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 334516, and the small business size standard is 500 employees. This acquisition is being conducted using Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13. However, this solicitation is not set aside for small businesses. It is the intent of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to procure the equipment specified below from Caliper Life Sciences, Inc., 68 Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748-1602. LabChip 90 System 1) Part Number: 760122; Quantity: 1; Description: LabChip 90 System. 2) Quantity: 1; Description: LabChip® HT Software with computer and monitor. 3) Quantity: 1; Description: LabChip Kit. 4) Quantity: 1; Description: Automated Priming Station. 5) Quantity: 1; Description: DataViewer Analysis Software. 6) Description: 1 Year Full Warranty (Parts and Labor). 7) Part Number: 760417; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 1K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 8) Part Number: 760417; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 1K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 9) Part Number: 760395; Quantity: 2; Description: HT DNA 5K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 10) Part Number: 760397; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 12K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 11) Field Installation. Kits and Services 1) Part Number: 760417; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 1K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 2) Part Number: 760416; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 1K Reagent Kit - Reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 3) Part Number: 760395; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 5K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 4) Part Number: 760396; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 5K Reagent Kit - Reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 5) Part Number: 760397; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 12K LabChip Kit - DNA Chip and reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 6) Part Number: 760398; Quantity: 1; Description: HT DNA 12K Reagent Kit - Reagents for approximately 2,000 samples. 7) Part Number: 760411; Quantity: 1; Description: HT RNA LabChip Kit – RNA Chip only for approximately 2,000 samples. * Requires a minimum of one reagent kit p/n 760410. 8) Part Number: 760410; Quantity: 1; Description: HT RNA Reagent Kit - Reagents for approximately 500 samples. 9) Part Number: 760301; Quantity: 1; Description: HT Protein Express LabChip Kit – Protein Chip for approximately 300 samples. 10) Part Number: 760328; Quantity: 1; Description: HT Protein Express Reagent Kit - Reagents for approximately 300 samples. 11) Part Number: 122655; Quantity: 1; Description: IQ/OQ Services. 12) Part Number: 121569; Description: Working with your LabChip 90 Training Course. 13) Part Number: 108957; Description: LabChip 90 Extended Warranty (12 month coverage period). The LabChip 90 System is a multi-purpose chip-based, automated electrophoresis system for h protein, DNA, and RNA fragment analysis with the following product features and specifications: LabChip Technology Size: The LabChip 90 is a compact floor standing instrument that is completely enclosed. The instrument occupies only 23" width x 24" depth of floor space. Addition of Internal Standards for Accurate Quantitation and Sizing. The LabChip devices automatically add internal markers to each sample on-chip. Single Sipper Chip for DNA, RNA, or Protein. High Resolution Electrophoresis. Proteins, DNA, and RNA fragments are separated in microchannels filled with a sieving polymer solution and a fluorescent dye. The stained proteins, DNA, or RNA fragments form sharp bands, resulting in exceptional peak resolution. On Chip Detection. Each protein, DNA, or RNA fragment is detected as it passes through a tightly focused laser beam. Low concentrations are easily measured. Protein concentrations are quantitatively detected to 5 ng/µL. DNA concentrations are quantitatively detected as low as 1 ng/µL. RNA linear range is down to 5ng/µl. Less Sample Preparation is needed. The LabChip 90 is tolerant of protein samples with detergents (for example, Triton X-100 up to 1 %) or salt (up to 1 M NaCI). DNA samples can be run after PCR reactions without further clean-up. LabChip 90 System Hardware Automated Sampling from Microtiter Plates. The LabChip 90 System features walk-away automation for unattended sampling of 96-Well and 384-Well plates. A calibration standard is run every 12 samples to provide exceptional sizing, accuracy, and quantitation. Precise Control of Chip Voltages, Currents and Pressure. By controlling these parameters independently, multiple laboratory operations can be integrated onto a single chip. Laser-Induced Fluorescence for High Sensitivity Detection. The optical system features auto-alignment and auto-focus of a solid-state laser for optimal sensitivity and reproducible chip-to-chip operation. Chips are easily and quickly loaded. The LabChip 90 chips have a 10 minute preparation cycle prior to first use. Competing technologies require a 1.5 hour chip prep time. Up to 400 samples can be run on one chip preparation. The analysis time for a 96-well plate for RNA is 150 minutes, DNA is 45 minutes, protein is 75 minutes. After preparation, all chips can be used over an 8 hour period, so smaller sets of sample can be run continuously throughout the work day. Can use 96 or 384 plates for RNA, DNA, or Protein samples. LabChip HT Software Eliminates Photographic Gel Documentation. Digital data provides higher quality results than standard gel electrophoresis. There is a cost savings because an additional imager and software are not required. There is also a time savings as the operator does not need to transfer the gel to another instrument for analysis. Automatic Sizing and Quantitation. The size and concentration of each fragment are calculated and reported automatically in tabular format. Automatic Data Export. All run data can be automatically exported for further analysis or archival storage. Point-and-Click Data Overlay. The data overlay feature allows detailed sample comparisons, making sample to sample comparisons easy. Intuitive Data Image. Gel-like data image is similar to slab gel results. DataViewer Software Facilitates data comparisons across multiple plates. Both 96 and 384-well plates can be pulled into the workspace to allow sample selections to be included in a 'collection' which is subjected to the same analyses as offered in the LabChip HT software. Data displays in virtual gel, electropherogram, of summary table formats. Data exports in any of the display formats. Provides powerful filter functions to enable data queries in regards to variable settings. Variable selections can be combined to elevate the sensitivity of the filters. Filters can be saved as templates for subsequent use to analyze plates. Caliper Life Sciences is the sole manufacturer of the LabChip 90 System. There is no equivalent product on the market. The instrument is and its individual components are patented by Caliper Life Sciences. The offeror must include a completed copy of the following provisions: 1) FAR Clause 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors--Commercial; 2) FAR Clause 52.212-2, Evaluation--Commercial Items. As stated in FAR Clause 52.212-2 (a), The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers: Technical Evaluation and Price. 3) FAR Clause 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications--Commercial Items; 4) FAR Clause 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items; and 5) FAR Clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders--Commercial Items Deviation for Simplified Acquisitions. This action is under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), as set forth in FAR 6.302-1 and HHSAR 306-302-1, “Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.” Interested parties may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations; however, all responses received within 10 days from the date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed acquisition is based upon responses to this notice and is solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive acquisition. The offeror must include in their quotation, the unit price, the list price, shipping and handling costs, the delivery period after contract award, the prompt payment discount terms, the F.O.B. Point (Destination or Origin), the Dun & Bradstreet Number (DUNS), the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the certification of business size. Note: In order to receive an award from the NHLBI, contractors must have a valid registration in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) www.ccr.gov. The clauses are available in full text at http://www.arnet.gov/far. Interested vendors capable of furnishing the Government with the items specified in this synopsis should submit their quotation to the below address. Quotations will be due ten (10) calendar days from the publication date of this synopsis or by October 9, 2008 at 5:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. The quotation must reference Solicitation number NHLBI-PB(HL)-2008-305/MKL. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which if timely received, shall be considered by the agency. Quotations must be submitted in writing to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 6148, Bethesda, Maryland 20892-7902, Attention: Melissa K. Lombardo. Faxed copies and electronic quotations will not be accepted. Contracting Office Address: National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 6148, Bethesda, MD 20892-7902. Point of Contact: Ms. Melissa K. Lombardo, Contract Specialist; 301-435-0370.
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